Identify the type of hunger you have - There are numerous types of hunger that you could be experiencing, including: eye, nose, ear, mouth, stomach, mind, emotional, and cellular hunger. Let's take a look at each of them.

Mindful pause - Take a break after a few bites. Feel how your body is responding to the food. Are you sweating, do you feel tired, or do you have nasal congestion? These are just some of the reactions you can have to food.

How to eat more mindfully

Nourish your body, mind, and soul

With our busy lives, eating has become a heedless activity for many of us. We eat because we "have to," and usually do so in a rush and without paying attention to a number of things. However, being mindful about eating can really take the experience of having a meal to the next level.

Being present in the moment and aware of what we're eating, why we're eating it, and how our bodies respond to food, among other things, can be truly enlightening. Mindful eating is all about feeding your mind, body, and soul, all at the same time.

If you're looking to start eating more mindfully or simply want to change your relationship with food, then you'll find valuable information in this gallery. Click through to learn more!